Men's Z-2 Gore-Tex Epe 3L Shell Jacket
Colour:
Forest Green
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Designed for park, piste, and off-piste adventures- Waterproof
- Gore-Tex
- YKK® AquaGuard®
After years of development, The Mountain Studio is proud to introduce the new ePE membrane in partnership with GORE-TEX. This next-generation technology delivers a strong, PFC-free membrane with outstanding performance and a reduced carbon footprint. The fabric combines an 80-denier recycled nylon plain weave with a soft, solution-dyed recycled flannel backer, offering exceptional abrasion and tear resistance.
The Z-2 ePE is a three-layer GORE-TEX® shell engineered for the most demanding alpine environments. The 80-denier construction provides reliable protection in extreme conditions—ideal for skiing, snowboarding, and ski touring. GORE-TEX technology ensures durable waterproofing, complete windproofing, and exceptional breathability. Additional features include Cohaesive® cord-lock adjusters, a helmet-compatible hood, a ski-pass pocket, a snow skirt, and more detailed in the full feature list.
Designed as a high-performance shell, the Z-2 ePE is built for versatile layering across shifting conditions and temperatures. Wear it alone or pair it with a lightweight down piece or technical mid-layer for colder days.
This is a unisex product designed using the men’s size chart. Women may prefer sizing down for the best fit.
Technical Features
- Gore-Tex ePE 3-layer fabric
- 30,000/30,000 waterproof rating
- Waterproof, windproof and breathable
- Fully taped seams
- High-reach arm construction for freedom of movement
- Helmet-compatible storm hood with integrated visor, fully adjustable with draw cord
- Ergonomic elbow shape
- Underarm ventilation zippers
- Snow skirt
- Two chest pockets
- Two hand pockets
- Interior stash pocket with zipper
- Lift pass pocket on left arm
- Velcro cuff adjusters
- Lycra hand cuffs
- Waterproof zippers
- Cohaesive cord lock system
- Signature sidecut hem
- Signature sidecut cuffs
- Silicone logo patch
- Repair kit included
Materials
- 3-layer Gore-Tex ePE PFAS-free membrane
- 80 denier fabric, 100% recycled polyamide
- Gore-Tex ePE PFAS-free membrane
- Solution dyed flannel backer
- PFAS-free DWR treatment
- YKK Aquaguard zippers
Product Upsides
- Shell jacket for layering.
- Hard-wearing, waterproof jacket for off-piste, backcountry skiing and touring.
- Ultimate waterproofing, windproofing and breathability.
- Supple feel and light weight that is comfortable and packable.
Enjoy complimentary shipping on domestic orders over $1000. Orders under this amount will incur an $15 shipping fee. Need it sooner? Choose express shipping at checkout for $20.
Click & Collect.
Place your Click & Collect order and we’ll have it ready for pickup at available stores on the same day, if before 10AM. After 10AM it will be available the following day.
Online Return Policy.
We gladly accept returns & exchanges on full-priced items within 14 days* of receipt for a credit note or full refund.
For our full terms and conditions please view our shipping & returns Policy.
Men's Z-2 Gore-Tex Epe 3L Shell Jacket
Warmth Rating
Warmth Rating
STAYING WARM
In general, padded jackets are warmer but less versatile than shell jackets, which have little or no insulating material.
The story goes that natural down insulation is less bulky than synthetic padding but loses its thermal properties when it's wet, whereas synthetic insulation works better when wet but tends to be more bulky and not as easy to compress into a small package. However, newer forms of synthetic padding are less bulky and more compressible, mimicking down, and may even be stretchy and breathable.
There are two types of scenarios when a skier purchases a jacket.
Skier one: Likes to ski moderately to hard and can get warm when doing this.
We recommend either a waterproof and breathable shell, paired with an insulation jacket. This allows you to stay warm when its a cold day. Or shed the insulation jacket on a warm day to utilise the light properties of a shell jacket.
Pros: You have a second functioning jacket which you can walk around town with or use a light travel jacket.
Waterproofing
Waterproof Rating
Waterproofing is measured in numbers; 20k for example. The number refers to millimeters and the amount of pressure the fabric can stand before water starts to leak through. The easiest way to paint the picture is if you imagine 20 000 millimeter hollow tube. Let's now take that tube and place it on a 20 k fabric. If we then fill it up with water, the fabric will not let any water pass through. If this would have been a 15 k fabric though, you can probably imagine what would have happened instead? This is what the number means, but that's not how a jacket is used.
So, what does different numbers means to you and how to use our 1-5 scale?
1: 3000mm ( Water Resistant )
Entry level - 3000mm is still considered waterproof but won't last for more than light rain.
2: 5000mm ( Snow Proof )
If you ride in cold and clear conditions, you can get away with this level. We don't recommend wearing this when the bad weather hits (unless you like being cold and wet).
3: 10 000mm ( Waterproof )
Wear this is you like long days on the mountain, even when there's bad weather. 10k is a good level.
4: 15 000mm ( Wateproof )
Rain and wet snow don't stand a chance with this. If you live in wetter climates (Australia we're looking at you) 15k is a good, if not great choice. It takes a lot to pass through the membrane.
5: 20 000k and up, also known as (Keep You Dry In Your Own Shower k)
If you enjoy the outdoors, skiing backcountry or need to be prepared for everything situation, you should be looking at 20k and up for waterproofness and breathability. You'll thank us later.
Lens Tech
Lens Tech
Size & fit
Fit by Brand
Helmet-compatible storm hood
Silicone logo patch
